Lead Program Manager, Merch Planning

Target

Lead Program Manager overseeing Planning Learning & Development programs at Target. Ensuring capability building and accelerating business readiness through strategic design and execution.

Posted 7/6/2026full-timeMinneapolis • Minnesota • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $95,000 - $171,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Learning and Development, particularly in designing and executing Planning capabilities and onboarding programs. Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and improve learning effectiveness through strategic partnerships and measurable outcomes.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Merchandise PlanningLearning & DevelopmentProgram ManagementChange ManagementStakeholder Management

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Hard Skills

Planning ProcessesInventory ManagementOrganizational EnablementLearning Program DesignPerformance Measurement

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationFacilitation SkillsProject ManagementInfluencing Without AuthoritySelf-Directed

Certifications & Qualifications

Four-Year Degree

Industry Keywords

Business ReadinessCross-Functional CollaborationTraining AlignmentFeedback MetricsScalable Learning Resources

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the strategy, design, and execution of learning programs that build Planning capabilities and accelerate business readiness
Design and implement a comprehensive Planning Learning and Development ecosystem
Lead Planning onboarding and learning programs by owning the end-to-end new hire experience
Design and maintain scalable learning resources
Enable Planning modernization by partnering with Product, Strategy, Operations, and cross-functional business teams
Measure and continuously improve learning effectiveness through feedback, adoption metrics, and business outcomes
Represent Planning and total PIM in merchandising change, engagement and training alignment

Requirements

What you’ll need

Four-year degree or equivalent experience
5–8 years of relevant experience in Merchandise Planning, with experience in Learning & Development, Program Management, Inventory Management, Organizational Enablement, or Change Management preferred
Strong understanding of Planning processes and business operations
Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence without direct authority
Excellent communication, facilitation, project management, and stakeholder management skills
Self-directed with the ability to navigate ambiguity, prioritize effectively, and drive results.

Benefits

Comp & perks

comprehensive health benefits and programs, which may include medical, vision, dental, life insurance and more
401(k)
employee discount
short term disability
long term disability
paid sick leave
paid national holidays
paid vacation